Chocolate-Caramel Biscuit Cake

Chocolate-Caramel Biscuit Cake recipe videos

Chocolate-Caramel Biscuit Cake is a no-bake dessert made by layering or mixing broken biscuits (like digestive biscuits) with a rich chocolate and caramel sauce, often bound with butter and condensed milk. It's a beloved treat in many European countries, particularly in the UK and Ireland, where it's known as 'tiffin' or 'fridge cake'. The cake sets in the refrigerator, creating a firm, sliceable confection with a delightful contrast of crunchy biscuit and smooth, sweet chocolate-caramel.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a very energy-dense dessert, high in carbohydrates from sugar and biscuits, and high in fat from chocolate, butter, and often condensed milk. A typical 100g serving can provide around 450-550 calories, along with some calcium and iron from the biscuits and chocolate, but is primarily a source of quick energy rather than balanced nutrition.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	62 g
Fat	25 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	42 g
Sodium	320 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	220 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	90 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin C	1 mg
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg

Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a classic example of a 'fridge cake' or 'icebox cake', a category of no-bake desserts that became popular for their convenience and no-oven-required preparation. Its unique texture comes from the biscuits softening slightly from the moisture in the sauce while retaining a pleasant crunch, creating a satisfying, fudgy, and crunchy experience in every bite.